The new must-have Audi A1 for only £189 per month!

A little while ago I wrote about this new exciting car and emphasised the fact that getting one on finance was likely to be a sensible option. Well today my theory has been confirmed.

The Audi A1 is now available on the Audi Solutions package, an innovative way to purchase your new car. It is well known that the ideal time to replace your car is often at the 3 year mark. It is at this time that the cost of ownership starts to increase, the vehicle needs its first MOT, the manufacturers warranty expires and it is likely that the owner would also like to upgrade to the latest model. The Audi Solutions package gives the customer the flexibility to either change his/her car at the 3 year mark, or keep the car and pay off the balance.

The key to the solutions package is the ‘guaranteed minimum future value’. What this means is that Audi Finance will guarantee that your new car will be worth a certain amount at the end of the agreement and this also acts as an optional final payment, bringing your monthly instalments down. If you wanted to keep the car past this point then you pay the balance of the finance and the car is yours* and as the value of the car is guaranteed, even in a worst case scenario you will have nothing left to pay on your finance.**

I mentioned lower monthly payments before, but let’s look at the actual costs of buying a new Audi A1 on Audi Solutions. The model currently most in demand is the ultra efficient 1.6 TDI, which when upgraded to the Sport trim level comes in at £15,980. The customer would only need to put down a deposit of £3,174.73 to give them a monthly payment of only £189 per month. There are of coarse cheaper trim levels and engines available and the packages can be tailored to your ideal car and budget.

The deal doesn’t end there! When placing your order you have the opportunity to purchase a 5 year service plan. This remarkable plan covers the scheduled maintenance of the vehicle for up to 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), for a one-off price of £250. If you buy your car on Audi Solutions, this £250 could also be spread across the whole finance period.

There have always been many benefits to the Audi solutions plan, but with the announcement of the Audi A1 finance offer, also came the introduction of some extra features to the policy. All quotes will include Free Personal Accident Insurance and Free Misfueling Insurance, both new additions to the Audi finance packages. There is also the option to take a payment holiday during the terms, allowing you to defer payments (1 a year) until more convenient.

For more information on the next big thing from Audi, or for a quote tailored to your own specification, please call 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

* Providing payments are up to date and subject to £60 optional final payment fee
** Providing payments are up to date. Excess mileage charges apply.
# Finance subject to status. Finance under-written by VWFS.

Audi A1 Service Plan – 5 Years Servicing For Only £250!

We are all excited about the new Audi, the Audi A1. It was voted the most exciting car of 2010 before it was even unveiled and this is for good reason. Audi are renowned for a high build quality and great interiors. This makes owning an Audi, very desirable, resulting in high-retained values and therefore making it hard for volume car buyers to experience the fastest growing premium brand. Until now!

The Audi A1 will revolutionise the way we look at small cars. Its biggest rival (technically its smallest), the BMW Mini has proved that small cars can be fun and exciting, but it comes at a price. The boot of the Mini is just too small for even the most experienced light-packer and the rear seats are really just for show – or for any bags that were unable to fit in the boot. This is an area where the new Audi differs. The boot of the Audi has a more practical 267 litres of space – granted not enough for the family’s Great Dane, but plenty enough for normal use and double that of the Mini convertible. Add to this, split folding rear seats as standard and a full size hatch back opening and the total boot space is actually 920 Litres, enough to take the dog to the vets and actually the same amount of room as the new Vauxhall Meriva MPV with both back seats folded down – now that is practicality! What’s more, a grown adult can get comfortable behind the wheel and then there is still enough room to get in the back seat without comedy contortion.

The interior is Audi through-and-through, with innovative new features that remind us what Vorsprung durch Technik really means (click here if you are not sure) and an endless list of customisable parts.

My advice to anyone looking to buy the next big thing from Audi, look at finance!

This car is hot property and as with anything in demand, used prices are sure to stay high, with people desperate to get hold of one, putting you in a great position at the end of your agreement. Maintenance is something that you will not have to worry about either, as Audi have today announced that they will offer 5 years servicing for only £250!

This amazing plan is based on the new Audi longlife service regime, but those who prefer the more traditional ‘fixed servicing’ regime can pay an extra £200 to include the extra services.

The benefits to you include:

• Convenience and affordability: servicing costs are taken care of by one affordable payment so there are no service bills to plan for. A courtesy car or collection and delivery service is also provided during every service*


• Comprehensive coverage – all scheduled servicing is taken care of, including brake fluid for five years or 60,000 miles (whichever occurs sooner)


• Full Audi service history for a car cared for by Audi experts, which not only means quality workmanship and a two-year warranty on parts and labour, but can help protect re-sale value


• The A1 Service Plan can be transferred to the new owner if a Service Plan customer sells his/her A1 before the five years/50,000 mile limit has been reached

The Audi A1 is available for ordering and the order-books are filling up fast. To reserve your place, call 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk